1879 $1 Morgan Dollar, Judd-1612, Pollock-1808, R.6, PR64 Red
and Brown NGC. CAC.
Design. The obverse is that of the regular-issue Morgan dollar,
while the reverse shows a statuesque eagle perched, head facing
left, with downward-pointed wings, clutching an olive branch and
three arrows. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and ONE DOLLAR encircle the
border. Struck in copper with a reeded edge.

Commentary. More than a dozen examples of this pattern
variety are known, including examples in all color designations.
NGC has certified seven pieces with three designated Red and two
others as Red and Brown. PCGS has certified one Brown and four Red
specimens.

Physical Description. Like many others, the Eric P. Newman
specimen possesses considerable original orange mint color. This
piece has lightly mirrored surfaces with generous splashes of
bluish-brown patina. Pristine surfaces are void of any spots or
contact marks.